Spring arrives with cardinals and a legendary mower tale
Baytown native Chris Buckner shares a nostalgic spring reflection on yard work and family mowing traditions. He recalls early reel and riding mowers from Parkhound Eclipse to John Deere, the DM designation passing through generations, and a plan to revive the old 312. He jokes about mischief while mowing and looks forward to Liz acquiring a new Deere.
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Moline
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San Jacinto Methodist Hospital Thanks Doctors on Honor of Day
The San Jacinto Methodist Hospital board, employees, volunteers, and leadership express sincere appreciation to doctors in recognition of National Doctor's Day. They highlight physicians as integral to community health across 40 specialties in 3 counties, noting Healthgrades top hospital status and ICARE values guiding compassionate care.
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ICARE
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Today's Highlights in History on March 30
A roundup of notable events on this date includes Seward buying Alaska from Russia for 7.2 million dollars, the 1822 designation of Florida as a U.S. territory, Dr Crawford Long’s ether anesthesia in 1842, the 1909 opening of the Queensboro Bridge, and major incidents in 1945 1959 1964 1970 1979 1981 and 2002. The list notes long historical shifts across politics science and culture.
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William H. Seward
Russia
Alaska
Park native recalls Bergeron Park through the years
Billy Barnett of the Baytown Parks and Recreation Advisory Board recalls growing up near Bergeron Park. He describes daily play from childhood, past pool sites, makeshift swimming holes, and a 3-hole pitch and putt course. He notes park upgrades by the West Baytown Civic Association and ongoing neighborhood events. Wanda Orton is retired Sun editor.
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Baytown Sun letters policy and contact details
The Baytown Sun invites original signed letters and guest columns of up to 250 words, with 500 words for guests. Include a non publication address and phone, and note editor’s right to edit or decline. Submissions go to Carla Torres or via fax, mail, or email. readers receive the paper by 6 a.m. Tue–Fri and 8 a.m. Sun. circulação hours listed.
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